Suburban Girl's Guide to Shopping in the District

Figuratively speaking, And Beige is anything but beige. Sure, that may be the dominant color in this new Adams Morgan home décor spot, but the pale wash is offset by an … organic mix zebra print chairs, framed butterflies, and cowrie shell salt and pepper shakers. [link]

Treat yourself to some new kicks by Biviel or some boots created especially for Carbon by Tentazione of Morrovalle, Italy. With an extensive men's line, you can pick up a … pair for him as well. Or not. [link]

More an art space than a store, Muleh turns shopping into a truly elegant experience. Most of the clothes on display are high-end designs; a big purchase here goes a long … way. So if you're looking for just the thing to class up your work and play wardrobe, this is the place. On hand are sweaters by Autumn Cashmere and structured wool dresses by 3.1 Pillip Lim. (photo) [link]

One of the first boutiques to spice up DC's plain-jane fashion scene, Nana has evolved from a basement vintage store to a bastion of hard-to-find pieces perfect for a … weekend in the city. Lately, designs by Canadian clothiers Dagg and Stacy and Preloved have graced Nana's racks. [link]

There is no other shoe store that can make a woman feel as sexy as this red-washed boutique on U Street. Show off a pedi with a pair of open toed pumps by Marcello Toshi … or rock the tweedy British trend with a pair of high-heeled Oxfords. [link]

"Elegance mixed with grit -- a touch of royalty and twinge of rock star swagger." That's Redeem owner Lori Parkerson's vision for her store, which has a decidedly urban … ambiance compared to what we buttoned-up Washingtonians are used to. But her one year old boutique has been wildly successful; the young and hip can be seen cruising 14th Street and the H Street corridor wearing denim by Earnest Sewn , tops by Gentle Fawn, and Peruvian wool scarves crafted by local designer De*Nada Design. (photo) [link]

Cocktails, ladies. That's what owner Theresa Watts serves up while you peruse denim by Salt Works and dresses by Tricia Fix. [link]

Two branches -- one on Wisconsin Avenue in Georgetown -- could almost make this boutique a chain. But one look at the dresses, tops, and purses sold at Pink November, and … you'll realize it's anything but. The vibe in both stores is unabashedly flamboyant yet completely feminine; one of our favorite dresses is an unlikely mish-mosh of pink and purple kimono-like silks trimmed with bold royal blues. Indeed, femininity is exactly what owner Shelly McNair had in mind when she opened her stores: pink, she says, represents birth and rebirth of the female aura. [link]

David Dennis named this new home décor store RCKNDY -- pronounced "rock candy" - to reflect its style: old-fashioned but with a modern flair. Spruce up your dinner … table with some delicate tableware by Mud Australia, and give your bed a modern flair with some new sheets from PlushLiving. "Sweet Décor" indeed. [link]

In part, this tiny boutique was opened to showcase owner Daniela Cermanova's designer line, Ela Ela. But you'll also find shimmering tunics by Rebecca Taylor and … perfect party dresses by Cynthia Steffe . [link]

Shop for clothes by emerging designers 24 hours a day on the Unsung Designers website, and check out their stuff in the flesh every Saturday at their showroom off … 18th Street in Adams Morgan. [link]

Want a pair of Prada boots, but don't want to break the bank? Check out this high end consignment shop where all clothes, shoes, purses and accessories are "lightly … worn." Set aside a good chunk of time for this place on the weekends, however. The tiny second floor space gets packed with fashion crazed women like yourself, and there are only two dressing rooms. [link]

This funky jewelry, purse and home accessory shop is a great place to start your shopping tour of Washington. Right off the Dupont Circle line, you can find anything from … sheets and jewelry to an Orla Kiely bag to wow your friends back in the 'burbs. [link]